Veterinarians · Nevada · Continuing education
Nevada Veterinary CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- DVM40 hours every 2 years; renewal by May 15 in odd-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Nevada DVM CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 40hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- May 15, odd yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By May 15 in odd-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- Courses provided or approved by AVMA and its specialty groups, Western/Wild West or other regional veterinary conferences, state and US Departments of Agriculture, AAHA, AAVSB RACE, Nevada VMA, Nevada System of Higher Education, AVMA-accredited vet schools, AVMA-CVTEA vet-tech programs, other states' vet boards, statewide/regional vet or vet-tech associations
- Online limit
- 50% of hours
- New licensees
- Licensed on or after July 1 of the preceding even-numbered year: 20 hours in the preceding 12 months (max 10 by distance learning).
- Audits & records
- Random audits; proof due within 30 days of notice. Keep documentation 4 years.
Good to know. Biennial: 40 hours in the 24 months before the new licensing period, max 20 by distance learning/correspondence (R026-26 doubled the former 20 h/12-month rule). Renewal application due May 15 of odd-numbered years; license forfeited if not renewed by Aug 31.
Source: nvvetboard.nv.gov · NAC 638.041, 638.042, 638.0425 as amended by LCB File R026-26 (eff. 7/1/2026); NRS 638.127 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Conferences in Nevada
05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinarians in Nevada?
Courses provided or approved by AVMA and its specialty groups, Western/Wild West or other regional veterinary conferences, state and US Departments of Agriculture, AAHA, AAVSB RACE, Nevada VMA, Nevada System of Higher Education, AVMA-accredited vet schools, AVMA-CVTEA vet-tech programs, other states' vet boards, statewide/regional vet or vet-tech associations.
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in Nevada?
40 hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a veterinarian license in Nevada?
Use the license lookup of the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (nvvetboard.nv.gov); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinarians in Nevada?
Licenses renew by May 15 in odd-numbered years (2 years cycle).